30 under 30: Rachel Lightbody
Rachel Lightbody is a young vocalist based in Glasgow. Growing up in Chicago she was immersed in American song — from Billie Holiday to James Taylor, the family home was always filled with music which sparked her early interest in performance. Rachel studied Applied Music at Strathclyde University and graduated with first class honours, focusing on contemporary and jazz vocal as well as composition.
Today you’ll find her singing live and in the studio, as well as teaching and working creatively in the community. Rachel has worked with artists such as Fat-Suit, Flembot, Bella Hardy and Tom Gibbs.